Director, Corporate Property Underwriting - IW-9877

DGA Careers; Vancouver, Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected national insurer in Canada is seeking a Director of Corporate Property Underwriting to lead the commercial property portfolio. This role involves shaping underwriting strategies, mentoring a high-performing team, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 10 years in commercial property underwriting, with strong leadership skills and a strategic mindset. The position offers competitive compensation and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement savings plans

Access to education support

Leadership training

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in commercial property underwriting.
• At least 3 years in a leadership or management capacity.
• Strong understanding of the Canadian commercial insurance marketplace.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee corporate property underwriting operations.
• Provide technical guidance and referrals to underwriters.
• Develop and implement underwriting guidelines.

Skills

Commercial property underwriting

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic mindset

Technical expertise

Education

Post-secondary education in business, finance, or a related discipline

CIP, FCIP, CRM, or related designations (or working toward)

Job description

Director, Corporate Property Underwriting - IW-9877

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Job number: IW-9877

Detail

Job title: Director, Corporate Property Underwriting

Description

Director, Corporate Property Underwriting

Our client, a highly respected national insurer, is seeking a Director of Corporate Property Underwriting to lead their commercial property portfolio. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned insurance leader who thrives on strategic influence, technical excellence, and people development.

The Opportunity

As the Director, you’ll play a key role in shaping underwriting strategy and guidelines for a as the technical referral point for underwriters across the country, while also collaborating closely with actuarial, claims, and risk services teams to drive profitable growth.

This is a leadership role suited to someone who’s both technically strong and people-focused — someone who enjoys mentoring others and contributing to the success of a high-performing underwriting team.

What You’ll Be Doing

Direct and oversee corporate property underwriting operations to ensure efficiency, consistency, and profitability.

Provide technical guidance and referrals to underwriters and leaders across multiple regions.

Develop, refine, and implement underwriting guidelines and wordings.

Identify trends, opportunities, and risks within the commercial property portfolio.

Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to enhance processes, tools, and systems.

Lead, coach, and mentor a team of talented professionals, fostering growth and continuous learning.

Contribute to strategic planning and portfolio management initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum 10 years of experience in commercial property underwriting, with deep technical expertise.

At least 3 years in a leadership or management capacity.

Strong understanding of the Canadian commercial insurance marketplace and regulatory environment.

Strategic mindset with the ability to identify trends and drive improvement.

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

CIP, FCIP, CRM, or related designations (or working toward) are considered assets.

Post-secondary education in business, finance, or a related discipline preferred.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Hybrid model: enjoy the balance of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.

Competitive compensation: comprehensive benefits, retirement savings plans, and other perks.

Career development: access to education support, leadership training, and professional designations.

People-first culture: work within an organization that truly values growth, inclusion, and community involvement.

Information

• Job Type: Full-Time
• Education: CIP, CIP Partial Completion, FCIP, FCIP - Partial Completion
• Minimum experience required: 7 to 10 Years